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LETTER TO THE EDITOR Send us your letters, giving us your views, opinions or articles of interest (max 500 words). The most interesting letter will be published in the next edition of SA Golf Trader. Dear Rudy

To the editor Something I always wonder about is how many people cheat at golf and I believe that many, many players do. For instance, have you ever taken a Mulligan? Ever decided to drop a ball near where you lost one, rather than hit a provisional from the tee? Or, maybe you’ve allowed yourself a “gimme” putt without your fellow player’s prior consent? A lot of players will not consider the aforementioned examples to be cheating, however– they are not in accordance with the rules. Yet, they happen, all the time out on the course, don’t they? “Don’t worry about it Rich, it’s the first drive of the day. Go ahead and take a Mulligan.” Or: “OK, I think my ball might be lost. Well, I’ll just drop one over here.” Most of us don’t even give these expressions a second thought. But according to the rules, they constitute cheating. But I guess that the devil lies in the details and whether or not one is playing for fun or not. What are your thoughts?

Thank you for writing in. I think that many casual golfers break numerous rules without even knowing it however I feel that more importantly perhaps in this environment is etiquette. Watch your positioning, mind your shadow, leave the course as you found it. This is really what the game is about and ultimately ensures that everyone has an enjoyable round. Before you tee off decide how seriously you are going to abide with the rules and if you are a hugely competitive group then make sure you know the rules and then stick to them. Otherwise, don’t fret too much about the odd rule infringement (so long as your fellow players know about it and its within reason) and worry more about your overall conduct on the course. You will enjoy a beer at the end of the day knowing that you may have taken a mulligan but that your conduct was exemplary and that you played in the spirit of the game.

Regards Rudy Stephen

Regards

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Ritchie makes Bain’s Whisky Cape Town Open history JC Ritchie became the first player in the history of the Bain’s Whisky Cape Town Open to successfully defend his title and also the first multiple winner of this Sunshine Tour and Challenge Tour event at the Royal Cape GC.

in the past. When I walked onto the green I knew the line already and felt like I had a good chance of making it. Luckily it went in. It feels amazing. Words can’t describe what I’m feeling. It means everything to me,” said Ritchie. This is Ritchie’s ninth Sunshine Tour victory in a career that is becoming an increasingly im pressive one, and which also includes a Sunshine Tour Order of Merit title in the 2019-20 season. This is also the third time he’s defended a title.

Ritchie holed a magnificent 30-foot birdie putt on the 18th to win by a stroke on 18 under par with a final round of 68. Belgium’s Christopher Mivis took second place on 17 under with a closing 66, while South Africans Zander Lombard and Bryce Easton – both with rounds of 70 – as well as Northern Ireland’s Tom McKibbin (73) shared third on 15 under par.

“It’s special to have that under your belt – to say you’ve been able to defend titles. Especially multiple times. And to start the season off well like this could mean good things for the rest of the year.”

On another perfect day in the Mother City, Ritchie birdied two of his final three holes to take the title.

“I feel like my game is solid and that I’m scoring really well. The plan is to start playing on the DP World Tour. But I’m trying to keep all those milestones quiet in my head and not let them blow up what I’m currently working on.

But it was his putt on 18 that proved the most crucial, which Mivis watched from the clubhouse as he’d already set the target at 17 under for a possible playoff. “I didn’t have the energy for a playoff. I haven’t made a long putt all week so I said to myself on the 18th, ‘It’s time to make a long one now’. I’ve hit that same putt on 18 a couple of times

Right now it’s taking everything one shot at a time, and as long as I keep doing what I’m doing really well, all those milestones will happen as they need to.”

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KNOW YOUR RULES IDENTIFYING BALL Rules of golf do not compel you to add any markings on your golf ball. However, it is highly recommended in Rule 6-3a that states: “The responsibility for playing the proper ball rests with the player. Each player should put an identification mark on his ball.” Rule 6-3a encourages you to mark your golf to ensure you can identify and play your ball. Should you find a ball in a hazard but are unable to positively identify it, you have to declare a lost ball with the related penalty of stroke and distance rather. Playing someone else’s ball will encounter a 2 stroke penalty in stroke play and the loss of a hole in match play. The penalty can be applied more than once on a hole if you continue to play the wrong ball.

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Using “trouble and haz Performance Tip brought to you by Mark Fairbank – BSI Mental Coach and Head of Golf Performance

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He was fearful of hitting into towards these dangerous areas, so this guided him to choosing to club up and aim at a safer, smarter target. This decision led him to making a tournament winning par while several of his playing partners hit their balls in the water which cost them the Championship. He has processed all of the negative obstacles, used this information to pick a strategy and then shifted into a focus of what he now wants to achieve on the shot. When you identify hazards and danger while you are playing, acknowledge them, use the information in a constructive way to make better decisions. Pick the right club, pick smarter targets and shift your focus on what you now want to achieve in the shot.

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RITCHIE DOUBLES UP IN DURBAN a 54-hole scoring record on the Challenge Tour of 25 under par. But on a more tricky final day that changed the nature of this golf course, his lead was whittled down to two shots with five holes remaining as Mivis took up the challenge that was offered to the rest of the field.

JC Ritchie won the Jonsson Workwear Open at Durban CC at the end of February to claim back-to-back victories on the Sunshine Tour and Challenge Tour, and take another bold step towards his goal of playing on the DP World Tour. On a far more windy day at Durban CC, Ritchie withstood a strong charge from Belgium’s Christopher Mivis and signed for a final round of 71 to win by six shots on 26 under par. “I don’t have the words for this. This week has been unbelievable. I had a hole-in-one, set a course record, had my birthday, broke my lowest score twice, and then won the tournament. I’ve never dreamt of this. This is special,” said a delighted Ritchie, who also won the Bain’s Whisky Cape Town Open a week earlier. The Johannesburg golfer went into the final round with a 10-shot lead and having set

As Ritchie came through 13 holes at one over for the day, Mivis was eight under through 15 holes. The Belgian made four birdies in five holes over the turn, bogeyed the 12th, and then birdied the 13th, eagled the 14th and birdied the 15th to suddenly have Ritchie in sight for the first time this week. “I had no idea what was going on until we finished playing the 14th hole. That’s when my girlfriend Sarah came up to me and asked if I’d like to know the scores and I said, ‘Yes’. I was surprised. But I never felt like I was in trouble. I always knew somebody was going to shoot maybe seven under par, and that would still be three short of where I was. I knew I just needed to be level par or under par. I was hitting the ball well enough to not shoot over par. I was a bit nervous but once I settled in to the final round I was one over par and still had the lead by a couple of shots, so that made it easier coming down the stretch to make a couple of good swings and find birdies on the last two holes,” Ritchie said. Mivis bogeyed his final two holes to settle for second place on 20 under par with a closing 66.

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NEW SDC OPEN HOSTED BY ZEBULA GOLF ESTATE AND SPA ANOTHER BIG OPPORTUNITY FOR SA’S YOUNG STARS

he inaugural SDC Open hosted by Zebula Golf Estate and Spa was launched in Randburg on the 2rd of March as one of the Sunshine Tour and Challenge Tour’s new co-sanctioned tournaments and forming part of the strong lineup of international tournaments to start the local golf season. The $250 000 tournament will be played at both Zebula Golf Estate and Elements Private Golf Reserve from 24-27 March and will feature an impressive array of young Sunshine Tour and European stars in what is a key South African swing of tournaments in terms of the career development of the game’s next generation of stars. “As the Skills Development Corporation (SDC) we’re delighted to play our part in what is

essentially the development of, as well as an investment in, the skills of South Africa’s future golf stars,” Daniel Gibhard, CEO of The Skills Development Corporation, said at the launch held at the SDC Office Block in Randburg. Thomas Abt, Commissioner of the Sunshine Tour, said: “The Skills Development Organisation (SDC) plays a vital role in investing in and upskilling young South Africans. As the Sunshine Tour we echo this on our fairways and through our philosophy that ‘GreatnessBeginsHere’. The first two rounds of the SDC Open hosted by Zebula Golf Estate and Spa will be shared by both Zebula Golf Estate and Spa and Elements Private Golf Reserve golf courses, with the final two rounds to be played solely at Zebula Golf Estate and Spa.

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JOHN COLLIER 2022

John Collier Survey JOHN COLLIER ANNUAL SURVEY 2022

he fifteenth edition of the John Collier Annual Survey on Environmental Compliance and Good Governance for South African Golf Courses is due for publication shortly. Notwithstanding the COVID 19 pandemic impacting upon golf clubs in South Africa, many clubs found time to participate in the 2021 Survey. A brief summary of our research findings indicate that little progress has been made in formal compliance of the principles of good governance as set out in the King IV by organisations such as Golf RSA and the PGA. Our research further indicates a continued decline in the number of registered golfers in South Africa and more importantly a decline in the overall percentage compliance level for Golf Clubs in South Africa. These declines are compounded by the lack of the golf industry in giving closer attention to two major strategic risks facing golf in South Africa, namely governance risk and climate change risk. In respect of governance risk, recent international scandals and misgovernance by certain sports organisations in South Africa have attracted several stakeholders to demand greater public scrutiny to restore public trust and reduce the risk of further unethical behaviour. The King IV principles encourage

the introducing of more effective, transparent, ethical and democratic management, participatory governance processes and structures with participation of stakeholders. In terms of climate change risk, more and more research has highlighted that Nature is declining at an unprecedented rate and we are fast approaching the cusp of irreversible tipping points with far-reaching effects on the economy, society and life as we know it. The consequences are just as alarming for business and humanity as they are for the environment. Biodiversity loss and ecosystem collapse are ranked as one of the top five threats humanity will face in the next 10 years. The window for action is narrowing at an alarming rate, while the cost of inaction is increasing. The abovementioned two strategic risks need attention urgently, as ‘Business as usual’ is no longer acceptable. The fifteenth edition of the John Collier Annual Survey challenges GolfRSA and the PGA to lead the way by becoming more involved and vocal about the issues of governance risk and climate change risk. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email ajcollier@telkomsa.net or visit the John Collier Website at www.johncolliergolf.com.

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Emfuleni Golf Estate

Vaal de Gráce Golf Estate

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Less than an hour’s drive from Johannesburg, lies a stretch of road, 55 kilometers long, joining Parys and Vereeniging. Along this section and on the banks of the Vaal River lie six magnificent golf courses, all offering something different and all very affordable. This is the perfect golfing getaway for stressed Gauteng residents in need of a break! Parys (named after Paris, France, due to the similarity between the Vaal River and the River Seine, which flows through Paris) is home to Vaal de Grace Golf Estate and Parys Golf & Country Estate which lie on the banks of the Vaal River here. Further up the river, in the town of Vanderbijlpark, lies the Emfuleni Golf Estate, across the river from which is Heron Banks Golf & River Estate. 15 kilometers along in the town of Vereeniging lies the Riviera on Vaal Hotel & Country Club, on the northern side of the river and Maccauvlei Golf Club on the southern side. Superb golf courses, excellent accommodation, fine restaurants, interesting shops and activities such as white-water rafting, mountain biking, hiking, fishing etc combine for all. 28 to make this the ideal destination www.sagolftrader.co.za

Vaal de Grace Golf Estate 083 653 8012 Parys Golf & Country Estate 056 818 1567 Emfuleni Golf Estate 016 932 3370 Heron Banks Golf & River Estate 078 052 4083 Riviera on Vaal Hotel & Country Club 016 430 1386 Maccauvlei Golf Club 016 422 1263

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Stay & Play Packages Mid week (Mon to Fri): - R1,450 /Golfer/ night

Weekend (Sat & Sun) - R1,450 /Golfer/ night

Accommodation and breakfast at the Emerald Casino, R100 casino play voucher, play 18 holes at the Emfuleni Golf Course, one person one cart, also receive a R100 dinner voucher at the Iron Restaurant.

Accommodation and breakfast at the Emerald Casino, R100 casino play voucher, play 18 holes at the Emfuleni Golf Course, one person one cart, also receive a R50 dinner voucher at the Iron Restaurant.

Tour de Vaal - Packages Golf Tour Itinerary

Friday: Play Emfuleni golf course, Bed and Breakfast at The Emerald Resort and Casino. R100 dinner voucher at The Iron Restaurant. Saturday: Play Maccauvlei golf course, Bed and Breakfast at The Emerald Resort and Casino.R100 dinner voucher at The Iron Restaurant. Sunday: Play Heron Banks golf course. Single Occupancy: R3250 for the tour (Golf carts included) ~ Double Occupancy: 2500 for the tour (Golf carts included)

Includes a R100 free-play per booking at the Emerald Casino

Contact Surina at Emfuleni to assist with bookings: 016 - 932 1809 (oﬃce hours) or email at ecc@emfulenigolfestate.com Website: https://www.emfulenigolfestate.com/golf-course/

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THE REBIRTH OF EMFULENI

Established over 50 years ago Emfuleni Country Club has always been an attractive getaway option, only 45 minutes from Johannesburg and situated on the banks of the Vaal River, it makes for the perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. Unfortunately, the golf course fell into disreair some time ago due to mismanagement amongst other things and golfers were hesitant to visit. After our recent visit, we are thrilled to tell you that those days are long gone and that the golf course has indeed experienced a “rebirth”. 30

“After our recent visit, we are thrilled to tell you that the golf course has indeed experienced a ‘rebirth’” Since being taken over by the homeowners in May 2017 the course has steadily been restored to its former glory. Now boasting superb practice facilities, a well-appointed pro-shop and a world class restaurant (The IRON), Emfuleni Country Club can truly be proud of what they have achieved.

“Since being taken over by the homeowners in May 2017 the course has steadily been restored to its former glory” The Estate has 24-hour security and

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COUNTRY CLUB infrastructure includes boomed access control, perimeter control, security cameras and electric fencing. Guards are permanently on site. A modern shopping centre, Riverside Boulevard, a Virgin Active gym and Day Spa are within walking distance of the Estate. Schools, churches and all the necessary amenities are within a 5-kilometer radius of the Estate. The Emerald Hotel and Casino is a mere 2-kilometers away. Emfuleni is really one for the bucket list of all golfers.

CONTACT DETAILS Pro-shop: 016 932 3370 / proshop@emfulenigolfestate.com IRON Restaurant: 063 950 8882 / 082 720 9217 / bookings@theironrestaurant.co.za

Contact Emfuleni Country club for Play and Stay specials. Visit the website https://www.emfulenigolfestate.com/golf-course/ for memberships and playing prices.

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Emfuleni Golf Course Halfway Dishes

Recipe

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William Carolissen Execu ve Chef

Salami bague e

Ingredients: Baguette Sliced Salami Sliced Gouda Cheese Chopped red onions Some Dill pickles Cos lettuce Mustard Mayo

Method: Buttered baguette with lettuce on both sides. Place thin sliced salami, gouda cheese, dill pickles and red onions in the baguette Top with the mustard mayonnaise Serve

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The Riviera on Vaal Hotel and Country Club, situated in Vereeniging on the Banks of the scenic Vaal River, only an hours drive from Johannesburg. The Country Club offers an exciting Par 72 - 18 Hole Golf Course as well as a fun 9 Hole – Par3 Pitch & Putt Course. The Hotel offers a variety of activities for the whole family, including a Spa, River Cruises, Park Run and Mountain Bike Route, luxury accommodation and delicious food.

Visit our website for memberships fees and specials: www.rovresort.co.za Contact details: Riviera on Vaal Hotel and Country Club Reservations: 016 100 5027 Pro Shop: 016 430 1386 E-mail: gnc@rovresort.co.za

Website: www.rovresort.co.za

Riviera on Vaal – The Grand Dame of the Vaal Along with a world-class hotel, incredible facilities and exceptional service, Riviera on Vaal boasts an impressive 18-hole, 72 par golf course lining the renowned Vaal River. The Golf Course has really come into its own and attracted a variety of international tournaments, including the 2021 and 2022 Windhoek International Pairs, for Men & Women, as well as the IGT Tour and a Pro-Am Tournament, as well as a variety of top class Corporate Golf Days.

unforgettable golfing experience that embeds itself in guests’ memories.

In addition to the golf course, further activities include a squash and tennis court, a 9-hole pitch-and-putt course and a historic clubhouse designed by the legendary Sir Herbert Baker.

If Golfers would like to bring their families along, the hotel has something to appeal to everyone from River Cruises on the Vaal River, a Spa with an amazing variety of treatments, a 5 km fun walk and Park Run, and a Mountain bike trail, with Bicycles that can be rented from the Club.

It is definitely the place to be on week-ends, as there is always an excellent vibe and golfers can relax after a game of golf under the trees, listening to live music on Saturdays. With breath-taking views of the river landscape from both the course and the clubhouse, it is a truly

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Additional services offered include practice facilities and golf lessons, a fully stocked golf shop (in case you’ve forgotten the balls again), caddies and golf carts to make navigating the course that much easier, and incredible night time golfing experiences on the Pitch & Putt Course.

Take a relaxed drive to the Vaal and experience the magnificence of the Riviera on Vaal golf course, the views are astounding, the service is superior, accommodation is readily available, and the facilities will leave you completely satisfied.

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Looking for a getaway with the boys? An ou ng to the golfing greens of Parys, a bachelors for a friend about to lose his freedom, a teambuilding weekend for the employees or just a weekend filled with ac vi es, good food and fun? Then contact Rocky Ridge today for your custom-made package. We offer a variety of accommoda on op ons, ac vi es and meals. We are situated 7 km from Parys in the heart of the Vredefort Dome World Heritage site. Book a boose cruise through the dome to the Imperial inn for a unique expierince with friends.The beau ful Vaal river flows through the resort and is perfect for fishing, tubing, water polo and river ra�ing. There is also an off-road track for motorbikes and four-weelers. The resort is also known for family weekends, as a party and wedding venue, school, sport and church groups and day visits.

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One of the most famous holes on the course is the par-4 17th, with its giant bunker sloping up from the fairway towards the green, and in its day reputed to be the largest in the world. Maccauvlei became known as the only “Inland Links” golf course in the world, and was referred to as the “queen of inland links”. Although the front nine has several memorable holes, it is the closing holes on the back nine which are its piece de resistance. It has been said that the six-hole stretch from 13 onwards is as good and as lovely as anything that this golf-rich land of ours can oﬀer (Phillip Galgut, Compleat Golfer Nov 1997).

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Situated just 45 minutes from Johannesburg, Heron Banks River and Golf Estate invites you to discover the freedom of 3km river frontage on the Free State bank of the Vaal River. Surrounded by beautiful natural parklands, Heron Banks oﬀers an exclusive safe haven for corporate executives, young families or retired couples alike. Enjoy an outdoor lifestyle at its best, with top facilities that include an 18-hole Danie Obermeyer – designed golf course, boating centre, walking trails, spectacular views and so much more. Our Danie Obermeyer designed 18 hole golf course runs seamlessly throughout the estate and along the Vaal River, boasting amazing views, wildlife and brilliant golﬁng.

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Heron Banks Golf & River Estate A relatively new course on the Vaal River, Heron Banks Golf & River Estate, has already accumulated a large membership in an area of the Vaal Triangle where the competition is stiff. Emfuleni, Riviera on Vaal and Maccauvlei are all nearby.

Heron Banks opened as a 9-holer in 2014 and a second nine has since been completed by the course owners and developers, father and son, Gary and Robbie Lance. Robbie not only runs the golf club, he is also responsible for the course maintenance.

anti-clockwise flow optimising wind and weather conditions placing a premium on a variety of shot values for the course. The unique bunkering style of the designer was incorporated into the course to optimise course management and a variety of options when playing the golf course. Being perched on the Vaal River means that that the soothing sound of naturally flowing water is always in earshot. The river life brings nature to your doorstep while walking paths lead you to exploring the estate. Meander around in search of rarely spotted bird species or enjoy the sight of springbok and impalas grazing. All of this and only an hour’s drive south of Johannesburg!

A clubhouse has been built, there’s an excellent range, a fleet of golf carts, and some attractive membership options are available. A Danie Obermeyer design, the inward nine holes as well as the outward nine were designed so that the flow of the holes displayed a typical clockwise and

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Price (For the house as a unit) * Weekdays: R2250 per night * Weekends rates: R3500 per night, minimum 2 night stay * December Rates: R2900 per night

The Vaal River The Vaal River is divided into three areas: the Upper Vaal, Middle Vaal and the Lower Vaal.

where you’ll encounter insane rapids created by the hundreds of islands throughout the river.

If you’re looking for fun with a luxurious spin, you’re probably the Upper Vaal type. Situated between Vereeniging and Vanderbijlpark, expensive real estate and fancy guesthouses line the banks. Come here year-round to enjoy everything from fly fishing to speed boats, slow cruises to fine dining.

The Middle Vaal is mainly used for agricultural purposes and spans most of Free State, while the Lower Vaal is found between the Bloemhof Dam and the confluence of the Vaal and Orange rivers.

For adrenaline junkies looking for the biggest – and trickiest – rapids, head to the area between Parys and Christiana, 40

To find its source, head to Klipkapstel in Mpumalanga. From there the Vaal flows all the way to Douglas in the Northern Cape, where it meets the mighty Orange River and flows west into the Atlantic Ocean at Alexander Bay.

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Vaal de Gráce Golf Estate is open & welcomes all visitors back!

Bad news travels fast and that was the case when the announcement came just after the initial lockdown in early 2020 that Vaal de Grace Golf Estate were closing their doors. The rumour mill went into overdrive, and it was doom and gloom all round.

African designed golf course is something unique, something that fits no other niche than its own; a friendly course layout providing an enjoyable round for amateurs, yet still challenging enough for the professional golfer.

In reality they did close, but it was a temporary measure whilst the homeowner’s association took over ownership and they were open again as early as October of 2020.

“Nick Price’s first South African designed golf course is something unique, something that fits no other niche than its own”

The golf course did take a slight knock in the months that they were closed but it has recovered quickly and when we were there in February the course looked beautiful. They have a passionate team on board and their enthusiasm is infectious, which is easy to understand once you have seen the golf course and stayed over for a few nights.

“In reality they did close, but it was a temporary measure whilst the homeowner’s association took over ownership and they were open again as early as October of 2020” For those of you who have not played Vaal de Grace yet, it is situated on a 110-hectare island just outside the town of Parys and enveloped by the tranquil waters of the mighty Vaal River. Nick Price’s first South

An intense peace envelops your soul when you hear the sound of the Fish Eagle echoing or notice the impala’s grazing just a couple of metres away from you as you approach your next shot towards the green. Add to this the fact that the Free State / North West border runs through the middle of the island, giving the golfer an opportunity to brag about how he managed to hit his ball from the Free State right into the North West. Accommodation is available on the Estate and this is the perfect destination for memorable weekend breakaways, midweek play and stays, golf days and conferences.

Contact details Pro-shop: 083 653 8012 / proshop@vaaldegracehoa.co.za

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Find rest for your soul in one of our charming rooms. Each room has its own en-suite bathroom and is serviced with a fully equipped communal kitchen. Fenced estate with Zebra, Wildebeest, Impala etc. Luscious green grass, large trees and braai facilities.

At KayanZee We Cherish Friends & Family! We understand the importance of maintaining a relaxed atmosphere when you and your loved ones want to break away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. For this reason, we take extra care not book the various rooms out to diﬀerent groups of people over a weekend. Our minimum booking is for 6 guests and /or 3 rooms and a minimum of 2 nights over a weekend and 3 nights over a long weekend. This means that you and your group will have complete privacy and you can enjoy your relaxation time, without outside interferences.

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HOLIDAY ACCOMMODATION The villas are located on the north-facing bank of the Vaal River, and can each accommodate up to six guests. The villas each comprise three en-suite bedrooms, a well equipped kitchen, comfortable lounge and dining area, and an undercover patio with outdoor furniture and braai facilities. River access for fishing is available via gabion steps and two kayaks are provided for canoeing on the river.

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BRIDGESTONE’S NEW TOUR B PACKS INPUT OF TIGER WOODS AND BRYSON DECHAMBEAU INTO IMPRESSIVE NEW GOLF BALL MODELS Leaders in ‘Contact Science’ unveil REACTIV IQ® Cover Technology Bridgestone Golf, the #1 Ball-Fitter in Golf, have introduced its next-level 2022 TOUR B golf ball series, featuring the most advanced iteration of Contact Science to date. Designed to deliver unparalleled distance and greenside control, the new TOUR B golf balls feature the new REACTIV iQ® cover. The 2022 TOUR B family comes in 4 distinct models, TOUR B RX and TOUR B RXS (for swings under 105 mph), and TOUR B X and TOUR B XS (for swings over 105 mph). The new REACTIV iQ cover utilizes impact modifiers and builds on a technology under development for years, which was inspired by Bridgestone staffer Tiger Woods. REACTIV iQ is a smart cover technology that reacts to the force of impact for the needs of each club and shot, solving the trade-off of spin vs. distance. Off the tee it rebounds quickly, delivering explosive velocity and increased distance. Around the green the ball stays on the face longer providing more spin and soft feel. Optimizing the formula of REACTIV iQ, the impact modifier recipe has been maximized for each ball to deliver customized performance for all four TOUR B’s. “When you combine 900 polymers engineers and layer in feedback from Tiger and Bryson, it’s a recipe for innovation,” said Elliot Mellow, Bridgestone’s Golf Ball Marketing Manager. “These guys are hands on with R&D which really helps push our designs to the next level. Our R&D focus the last few years has been the study of contact science, optimizing the moment of impact for the needs of each shot. With REACTIV iQ, we have made great lengths to do just that.”

20 years, prefers the XS for its feel and control around the greens. “I have been with Bridgestone a long time,” said Tiger, “But these last few years I have had a more active role in R&D. With the Bridgestone team, we have been able to perfect the recipe for the cover which has yielded REACTIV iQ, which is an amazing engineering feat. For my game, the new TOUR B is more consistently in my window off the tee while also giving me more feel around the green.” Bryson, who plays the TOUR B X because of its ball speed, challenged Bridgestone’s engineers to push the performance limits once again as they have done so many times before. “The reason I am with Bridgestone is we share the drive to always innovate and look for ways to improve,” said Bryson. “In fact, I really like being part of their R&D team. Over the last couple years, we have optimized the recipe of impact modifiers in the cover to develop the new REACTIV iQ material. Its constant innovation that is allowing me to increase ball speed off the tee while also increasing control and consistency.” Of course, REACTIV IQ doesn’t just optimize the performance of models aimed at players with swing speeds over 105 mph, but also maximizes the combination of spin and distance for those at 105 mph or below. For example, Lexi Thompson fits into the TOUR B RX, and Fred Couples will game the new TOUR B RXS. The fact that Bryson, Tiger, Lexi, and Fred, as well as a wide variety of recreational players, can all find a TOUR B model that fits their game validates the depth of Bridgestone’s new lineup.

The input from both Tiger Woods and Bryson DeChambeau contributed to technology that is used on all four TOUR B models. Tiger, who has 46playing a Bridgestone golf ball forwww.sagolftrader.co.za been over

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CALLAWAY, WORKDAY JOIN OTHER COMPANIES IN DISTANCING THEMSELVES FROM PHIL MICKELSON Callaway and Workday have joined the list of sponsors who are distancing themselves from Phil Mickelson after his controversial statements and involvement with a prospective Saudi-backed golf league. “Callaway does not condone Phil Mickelson’s comments and we were very disappointed in his choice of words—they in no way reflect Callaway’s values or what we stand for as a company,” said a company spokesperson. “Phil has since apologized and we know he regrets how he handled recent events. We recognize his desire to take some time away from the game and respect that decision. At this time, we have agreed to pause our partnership and will re-evaluate our ongoing relationship at a later date.” Workday also said that it had decided to drop Mickelson from its list of ambassadors. “At this time, Workday and Phil Mickelson have mutually and amicably agreed to not renew our brand sponsorship that ends this March. We want to thank Phil for his great contributions as a Workday ambassador, both on and off the course. And we continue to wish him and his family all the best.” Mickelson had been a representative for Workday since April 2017 and he re-upped with Callaway, his club sponsor since 2004, in 2017, with the company saying he would represent it for “the remainder of his competitive playing career.” Workday and Callaway joined KPMG and Heineken/Amstel in dropping Mickelson, 51, after he released a statement at the end of

February acknowledging the comments he made in a November interview to golf writer Alan Shipnuck were “reckless.” Mickelson said he would be taking “some time away to prioritize the ones I love most and work on being the man I want to be.” Mickelson, in his words, also said he gave his partners “the option to pause or end the relationship as I understand it might be necessary given the current circumstances.” Shortly following this statement, KPMG— one of Mickelson’s primary and longtime financial backers—announced it ended its relationship with the six-time major winner. “KPMG U.S. and Phil Mickelson have mutually agreed to end our sponsorship effective immediately. We wish him the best,” read a statement from a company spokesperson. “KPMG continues to sponsor brand ambassadors on the PGA Tour and LPGA Tour and is the title sponsor of the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, a major on the LPGA Tour.” A day later, a spokesperson for Heineken, the parent company of Amstel, said the beer giant had let Mickelson go. “We made the decision to go our separate ways and end Amstel Light’s partnership with Phil Mickelson,” the spokesperson said. “We wish him all the best.” Mickelson came under fire for justifying his relationship with the Saudi government—a regime Mickelson conceded that had a “horrible human rights record” and excutes “people over there for being gay”—as a means of leverage against the PGA Tour.

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PRO 1. When did you qualify as a PGA Professional ? 17 August 2015.

2. What made you choose this career ? From 4 years old I’ve been on the course with my dad. I started playing myself when I was 7 years old. I’ve always enjoyed all the different aspects there is with golf and knew from early on that golf could possible be a career one day.

was privileged enough to get the opportunity to work at the Nedbank Golf Challenge under the Pro Shop Corporate doing tournament merchandise etc. In my role here I met the MD, Rob Abrams. He has been an inspiration ever since and still gives me guidance although he relocated to London. 6. What has been your biggest challenge since golf courses re-opened after the lockdown ? Lockdown regulations have given us the opportunity to restructure our departments to be more sustainable. With a total loss of income for nearly 3 months this has proven to be the right move financially for our facility. However with life returning to some normality there is a certain expectation of service delivery that our customers are accustomed to but due to reduced staff levels this is not always possible.

3. Has it always been golf for you ? Although I’ve been playing golf since my early childhood I actually had a big passion for 7. Describe a typical workday for you at fishing and sports fishing in particular. At the Clovelly CC ? end I decided against a career on the ESPN Arriving at the club I normally have a walk bass fishing series in the US to study my PGA about, interacting between different and take my golf further at the University of departments to discuss operations and Pretoria. anything in particular for that day that may be required. 4. Did you ever play or did you ever want to When the morning rush settles down I spend play on tour ? some time in the office going through admin. After qualifying with the PGA of South Africa With golf evolving at a rapid pace we have I had the privilege to use my membership to weekly meetings across all departments and gain entries to certain events on the Sunshine with committees to stay in touch with what’s Tour. Although I never competed on any happening in the game. professional circuit with full playing rights it will always be something that I will strive towards. 8. Has golf grown in your opinion over theist 18 months ? 5. You have been in the golf industry for the Golf has seen a drastic uptake over the last last 7 years who has been your biggest 2 years and it is great to see so many new mentor ? members and golfers around. Funnily enough the person that had the What I am most excited about is the influx of biggest impact on my career as a mentor was younger generation golfers coming through not from a club facility. In my college days I

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member is always right” ? In my opinion staff comes first. If there are good staff relationships then it will automatically filter through to the members. We will always strive to keep members happy but the nature of the request or complaint will first be evaluated. 12. Does your position require you to be available on weekends, evenings, and holidays, and if so, does this place demands on your personal life ? Being in the golfing spectrum you are required to be at the club more often than not, especially on weekends and public holidays. This is a conscious decision you have to make and accept the consequences before you get drawn to far into the industry. However we are lucky enough to have a good support team that stand in for one another when we take some time off. This is vital for our sanity as well as family life outside of working hours.

Hanko Bothma Golf Manger Clovelly Country Club and continuing to come through even though school sports is returning to normality.

13. Being from up country are you enjoying the Western Cape ? What has been the biggest adjustment for you? Does your position require you to be available on weekends, evenings, and holidays, and if so, does this place demands on your personal life? Settling in the deep south has actually been quite seamless. The weather and the environment have been have been bliss and I was planning on making the move for quite some time. The biggest adjustment is socially and that of missing loved ones and friends up north in Pretoria.

9. With consumers already being careful on how they spend their money these days, what is your plan to attract people to the club ? ADD VALUE We have done a great deal to work with our partners to add value to all member events to give them more at no extra cost. We managed to reduce member rates in our fist financial year post lockdown and that’s been a great marketing tool for us to show that our members are important to us. 14. What do you enjoy doing in your free time ? I love the outdoors and adventure. If I am not on my bicycle or on my kayak busy fishing then I am 10. Slow play is one of the biggest problems in most probably in the winelands enjoying some golf today, how do you manage slow play at of the worlds best wines. Clovelly ? Touch wood! Slow play is not an issue we deal with on a regular basis. By good timesheet 15. Do you still get time to play ? management and getting the right proportion There is a expectation to play with members on between rounds and time intervals we have a weekly basis. In busy months this is not always found the sweet spot for Clovelly. We run our possible but it does even out on quieter months time sheet on a one tee start off our 10th Tee where I might play twice a week. (Par 5) at 9min intervals. This allows the field to flow much more smoothly. 11. The members of a golf club always come first. Do you agree with the phrase “The

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PGA TOUR

BAIN’S WHISKY CAPE TOWN OPEN, ROYAL CAPE GC 17 - 20 FEBRUARY 2022 1 JC RITCHIE RSA 69-66-67-68 270 2 CHRISTOPHER MIVIS GER 72-66-67-66 271 T3 ZANDER LOMBARD RSA 68-65-70-70 273 BRYCE EASTON RSA 71-65-67-70 273 TOM MCKIBBIN IRE 68-62-70-73 273 T6 NEIL SCHIETEKAT RSA 68-68-67-71 274 IVAN CANTERO GUTIERREZ SPA 65-68-69-72 274 T8 JAMIE RUTHERFORD ENG 71-68-71-65 275 DANIEL HILLIER AUS 67-68-71-69 275 CLEMENT SORDET FRA 70-68-68-69 275 MATTEO MANASSERO ITA 66-72-67-70 275 GARY STAL FRA 69-65-69-72 275

(-18) (-17) (-15) (-15) (-15) (-14) (-14) (-13) (-13) (-13) (-13) (-13)

R 598,337.50 R 417,137.50 R 178,557.50 R 178,557.50 R 178,557.50 R 99.093.75 R 99.093.75 R 67,874.50 R 67,874.50 R 67,874.50 R 67,874.50 R 67,874.50

PGA TOUR MONEY EARNINGS AS OF 28 FEBRUARY 2022

1 HIDEKI MATSUYAMA JPN 2 TOM HOGE USA 3 SCOTTIE SCHEFFLER USA 4 JOAQUIN NIEMANN CHI 5 COLLIN MORIKAWA USA 6 TALOR GOOCH USA 7 SUNGJAE IM KOR 8 LUKE LIST AUS 9 CAMERON SMITH AUS 10 VIKTOR HOVLAND NOR OTHER SOUTH AFRICANS 90 CHRISTIAAN BEZUIDENHOUT RSA 102 DYLAN FRITTELLI RSA 113 BRANDEN GRACE RSA 121 ERIK VAN ROOYEN RSA 124 LOUIS OOSTHUIZEN RSA 134 GARRICK HIGGO RSA 202 DAWIE VAN DER WALT RSA 217 CHARL SCHWARTZEL RSA

9 14 9 9 4 12 10 11 6 6

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

3,897,233.00 3,208,340.00 3,091,814.00 2,822,257.00 2,666,322.00 2,629,182.00 2,363,018.00 2,329,333.00 2,197,375.00 2,083,781.00

9 13 8 7 5 7 10 6

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

514,007.00 438,309.00 402,948.00 349,302.00 327,768.00 291,968.00 65,333.00 35,137.00

KORN FERRY TOUR KORN FERRY TOUR ORDER OF MERIT AS OF 28 FEBRUARY 2022

JONSSON WORKWEAR OPEN, DURBAN CC & MT EDGECOMBE, 24 - 27 FEBRUARY 2022

1 2 3 T4

JC RITCHIE CHRISTOPHER MIVIS HARALDUR MAGNUS KEENAN DAVIDSE JACO PRINSLOO ROSS MCGOWAN T7 DAVID RAVETTO TOM MCKIBBIN T9 MIKAEL LINDBERG STEVEN TILEY HENNIE OTTO

RSA GER ICE RSA RSA ENG FRA IRE SWE ENG RSA

61-63-65-71 260 66-65-69-66 266 68-66-67-66 267 67-70-68-65 270 70-64-70-66 270 67-68-67-68 270 71-65-70-65 271 65-68-66-72 271 69-69-67-67 272 67-68-69-68 272 73-63-68-68 272

(-26) (-20) (-19) (-16) (-16) (-16) (-15) (-15) (-14) (-14) (-14)

R 598,337.50 R 413,137.50 R 263,872.50 R 125,204.17 R 125,204.17 R 125,204.17 R 89,656.25 R 89,656.25 R 66,188.33 R 66,188.33 R 66,188.33

SUNSHINE TOUR ORDER OF MERIT AS OF 28 FEBRUARY 2022

1 THRISTON LAWRENCE 2 JC RITCHIE 3 ZANDER LOMBARD 4 OLIVER BEKKER 5 DANIEL VAN TONDE 6 HENDRIK DU PLESSIS 7 DEAN BURMESTER 8 WILLEM NIENABER 9 NEIL SCHIETEKAT 10 JACOBUS PRINSLOO 11 JOHANNES AHLERS 12 ALEXANDER KNAPPE 13 SHAUN NORRIS 14 TRISTEN STRYDOM 15 JACQUES BLAAUW 16 CHARLES DU PLESSIS 17 OCKERT STRYDOM 18 BRANDON STONE 19 ALEXANDER HAINDL 20 MARTHINUS VILJOEN

RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA GER RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA

16 10 4 10 6 11 5 8 20 19 20 3 5 23 13 22 23 6 22 20

R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R

2,828,500.00 2,264,016.50 1,901,811.00 1,693,940.21 1,612,453.00 1,470,763.00 1,429,496.50 1,286,057.83 1,151,808.54 1,128,179.31 1,011,272.33 994,790.00 952,380.00 774,182.50 758,724.00 700,459.42 699,447.34 668,795.30 656,692.42 655,353.59

1 BRANDON MATTHEW 2 BRANDON HARKINS 3 CARSON YOUNG 4 BYEONG HUN AN 5 AKSHAY BHATI OTHER SOUTH AFRICANS 13 MJ DAFFUE

USA USA USA KOR USA

5 3 5 3 5

$ $ $ $ $

195,448.00 144,723.00 143,936.00 142,160.00 139,388.00

RSA

74,934.00

CHAMPIONS TOUR CHAMPIONS TOUR ORDER OF MERIT AS OF 28 FEBRUARY 2022

1 MIGUEL ANGEL JIMÉNEZ 2 BERNHARD LANGER 3 STEVEN ALKER 4 JERRY KELLY 5 RETIEF GOOSEN OTHER SOUTH AFRICANS 11 ERNIE ELS 80 DAVID FROST

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RSA RSA

3 2

$ 143,632.00 $ 4,540.00

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R E S U LT S & R A N K I N G S LADIES EUROPEAN TOUR

DP WORLD TOUR DP WORLD TOUR RACE TO DUBAI STANDINGS AS OF 28 FEBRUARY 2022

1 HOVLAND, VIKTOR 2 PIETERS, THOMAS 3 BLAND, RICHARD 4 CABRERA BELLO, RAFA 5 SHARMA, SHUBHANKA 6 MCILROY, RORY 7 SMITH, JORDAN 8 FOX, RYAN 9 HATTON, TYRRELL 10 HØJGAARD, NICOLAI OTHER SOUTH AFRICANS 11 HARDING, JUSTIN 12 VAN ROOYEN, ERIK 17 LOMBARD, ZANDER 19 LAWRENCE, THRISTON 40 NORRIS, SHAUN 42 STONE, BRANDO 48 VAN TONDER, DANIEL 60 WALTERS, JUSTIN 62 BURMESTER, DEAN 63 BEKKER, OLIVE 65 COETZEE, GEORGE 90 SCHWARTZEL, CHARL 107 DU PLESSIS, HENNIE 112 HIGGO, GARRIC

NOR BEL ENG ESP IND NIR ENG NZL ENG DEN

2 2 4 3 2 2 4 4 2 4

1,704.5 1,456.2 899.2 732.1 707.3 616.1 587.4 562.0 516.5 460.0

RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA

4 2 3 4 3 5 5 5 3 4 5 2 1 2

424.3 407.9 316.4 293.3 154.5 150.9 136.7 109.8 108.8 107.1 106.2 66.0 45.0 37.6

CHALLENGE TOUR EUROPEAN CHALLENGE TOUR ROAD TO MALLORCA STANDINGS AS OF 28 FEB 2022

1 RITCHIE, JC 2 KNAPPE, ALEXANDER 3 MIVIS, CHRISTOPHER 4 HILLIER, DANIEL 5 MCKIBBIN, TOM OTHER SOUTH AFRICANS 8 EASTON, BRYCE 9 DAVIDSE, KEENAN 10 PRINSLOO, JACO 11 LOMBARD, ZANDER 12 AHLERS, JACO 15 STRYDOM, TRISTEN 16 GERMISHUYS, DEON 18 NIENABER, WILCO 20 VILJOEN, MJ 22 MOOLMAN, PIETER 26 DU PLESSIS, HENNIE 28 SCHAPER, JAYDEN 29 KAMINSKI, RUPERT 30 BLAAUW, JACQUES 31 PORTEOUS, HAYDN 34 FISHER JNR, TREVOR 35 DE JAGER, LOUIS 41 ALBERTSE, LOUIS 50 CONRADIE, RUAN

RSA GER BEL NZL NIR

3 3 3 3 2

82,319.4 57,445.8 49,387.7 28,209.0 15,877.8

RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA

3 3 3 1 2 3 3 2 3 3 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

13,062.1 12,049.0 10,838.0 10,570.3 10,423.8 9,659.9 9,127.6 8,105.0 7,514.5 7,437.7 6,332.9 5,862.8 5,760.3 5,707.2 5,468.0 5,285.1 4,945.8 4,032.1 3,618.3

EUROPEAN LEGENDS TOUR 1ST TOURNAMENT 1 APRIL 2022

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LADIES EUROPEAN TOUR OFFICIAL MONEY EARNINGS AS OF 28 FEBRUARY 2022

1 ESTHER HENSELEIT 2 MARTA SANZ BARRIO 3 LINNEA STROM 4 SOPHIE HAUSMANN 5 LEE-ANNE PACE OTHER SOUTH AFRICANS 26 STACY LEE BREGMAN 50 CASANDRA ALEXANDER

GER ESP SWE GER RSA

1 1 1 1 1

€ € € € €

45,000.00 27,000.00 18,000.00 13,500.00 9,500.00

RSA RSA

1 1

€ 3,350.00 € 1,320.00

LPGA TOUR LPGA OFFICIAL MONEY EARNINGS AS OF 28 FEBRUARY 2022

1 DANIELLE KANG 2 LYDIA KO 3 BROOKE M. HENDERSON 4 IRE LEONA MAGUIRE 5 LEXI THOMPSON OTHER SOUTH AFRICANS 81 PAULA RETO

USA NZL CAN IRE USA

2 2 3 2 2

$ $ $ $ $

409,255.00 337,842.00 265,579.00 240,881.00 201,072.00

RSA

6,162.00

WORLD GOLF RANKINGS 1 JON RAHM 2 COLLIN MORIKAWA 3 PATRICK CANTLA 4 VIKTOR HOVLAND 5 RORY MCILROY 6 SCOTTIE SCHEFFLER 7 JUSTIN THOMAS 8 XANDER SCHAUFFELE 9 DUSTIN JOHNSON 10 CAMERON SMITH OTHER SOUTH AFRICANS 13 LOUIS OOSTHUIZEN 58 CHRISTIAAN BEZUIDENHOUT 63 ERIK VAN ROOYEN 74 GARRICK HIGGO 75 DEAN BURMESTER 79 SHAUN NORRIS 81 DANIEL VAN TONDER 90 BRANDEN GRACE 98 JUSTIN HARDING 116 DYLAN FRITTELLI 142 OLIVER BEKKER 146 CHARL SCHWARTZEL 151 JC RITCHIE 181 GEORGE COETZEE 183 NEIL SCHIETEKAT 184 BRANDON STONE

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ESP USA USA NOR NIR USA USA USA USA AUS

8.89 8.38 7.39 7.14 6.07 5.95 5.91 5.90 5.72 5.34

45 51 39 55 44 55 48 47 41 46

RSA

4.94

RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA

2.17 2.02 1.84 1.84 1.78 1.74 1.58 1.50 1.33 1.16 1.13 1.12 0.92 0.92 0.92

53 52 53 54 45 47 52 52 60 47 48 48 44 40 51

CALENDAR

Sunshine Tour DATE EVENT VENUE MARCH 2022 3 - 6 8 - 9 10 - 13 17 - 20 24 - 27 31 Mar - 3 Apr

Mangaung Open Vusi Ngubeni Qualifying School MyGolfLife Open Steyn City Championship SDC Open Limpopo Championship

Bloemfontein GC Modderfontein GC Pecanwood G & CC Steyn City GC Elements GC & Zebula GE Euphoria GE & Koro Creek GE

Mount Kilimanjaro Classic Players Championship Sunshine Tour Qualifying School The Tour Championship

Kilimanjaro Golf & Wildlife Estate Dainfern CC Heron Banks GE Serengeti GE

APRIL 2022 7 - 10 21 - 24 26 - 29 28 Apr - 1 May

Amateur events - Men DATE EVENT VENUE MARCH 2022

2 - 4 3 - 4 5 - 6 6 - 7 7 - 10 13 - 15 16 - 18 17 - 18 19 - 21 20 - 21 28 - 30 28 - 30 31 Mar - 2 Apr

Cape Province Open KZN Senior Classic Border/EP Mid-Amateur Open KZN Senior Open Nomads Juniors International Northern Amateur Open Qualification Northern Amateur Open MP Cape Winelands Senior Amateur North West Open WP Senior Masters Nomads SA Boys U19 Championship Qualification Nomads Gowrie Farm U15 Challenge Nomads SA Boys U19 Championship MP

APRIL 2022

2 - 3 4 - 8 4 - 8 10 11 - 13 18 - 20

Northern Cape Amateur & Mid-Amateur Open Senior/Super Senior IPT - A Sections Senior/Super Senior IPT - B Sections Highveld Mid-Amateur Open Boland Amateur Stroke Play Western Province Amateur Qualifying

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George GC Selborne CC Humewood GC Durban CC Rondebosch GC CC Johannesburg CC Johannesburg De Zalze GC Rustenburg GC Bellville GC Royal Cape GC Gowrie Farm GC Royal Cape GC

Sishen GC Heron Banks GC Middelburg CC Middelburg CC De Zalze GC Rondebosch GC

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CALENDAR

EVENTS CALENDAR JANUARY, FEBRUARY & MARCH 2022

DATE EVENT VENUE 21 - 23 24 27 - 29 30 Apr - 1 May

Western Province Amateur MP Free State Mid-Amateur Open SA Mid-Amateur Stroke Play Vaal Senior Open

Rondebosch GC Parys GC Royal Jhb And Kensington GC Maccauvlei GC

Nedbank Junior Challenge Lowveld Senior Open SA Country Districts Challenge IPT Princes Grant Invitational KZN Open Stroke Play Fancourt Senior Open Southern Cape Senior Open

Gary Player CC Mbombela GC Sishen GC Ceres GC Princes Grant GC San Lameer CC Fancourt CC George GC

MAY 2022 2 - 4 7 - 8 9 - 13 10 - 12 16 - 18 20 - 22 26 - 27 29 - 30

Amateur events - Women DATE EVENT VENUE MARCH 2022 8 - 10 20 - 21 27

Nomads South African Junior International Girls Nomads SA Girl’s Rose Bowl Stroke Play Championship Women’s Amateur Championship

Rondebosch GC Lost City GC Westlake GC

APRIL 2022 2 - 3 9 - 10

Pro Shop Gauteng Open, Junior & Mid-Am Championship Free State Open, Closed, Junior & Mid-Amateur Championship

TBA

Nedbank Junior Challenge KZN Championship WGSA 72 Hole Teams Championship

Gary Player CC Royal Durban GC TBA

Vaal De Grace GE

2 - 4 8 - 10 22 - 25

Boland Golf Union Border Golf Union Central Gauteng Golf Union Eastern Gauteng Golf Union

(021) 873 6828 (043) 740 3899 (011) 485 4251 (011) 425 5316

Freestate and Northern Cape Golf Union Gauteng North Golf Union Karoo Golf Union Sunshine Tour

(057) 899 1724 (012) 667 1087 (054) 332 3323 (021) 850 6500

KZN Golf Union Mpumalanga Golf Union Limpopo Golf Union North-West Province Golf Union

(031) 202 7636 (013) 692 3002 (015) 295 4118 (044) 533 3507

Southern Cape Golf Union Eastern Cape Golf Union Western Province Golf Union Sunshine Tour (Joanne)

(044) 873 5823 (043) 735 4443 (021) 686 1668 (021) 850 6500

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AFFORDABLE GOLF - THE GARDEN ROUTE

At Oubaai this is the cornerstone of our belief. Home means something different to all, but a home should be a place that nourishes the body, mind and spirit. This is the underlying value that has created and grown Oubaai Golf Resort into the outstanding residential estate that it is today. Situated adjacent to Herolds Bay on the Garden Route, a mere 8 minutes from George Airport, this hidden gem is ideally located with 180 degree views of the Indian Ocean. Authentic is one of the first words that comes to mind when thinking about Oubaai, designed to blend in with the natural splendor of the Cape. The eco-friendly ethos has created a natural paradise – providing a haven to an array of wildlife. State of the art security systems offer complete peace of mind, enabling Oubaai residents to wander the expanse of the 546 hectare estate without a worry. The Ernie Els 18 hole Championship course is kept in mint condition and it is one of the most beautiful settings that can be seen anywhere in the golfing world. It was recently awarded 3rd best conditioned course in Southern Cape and 10th in South Africa. The layout of the course is a traditional links type layout where veld grasses line the manicured fairways. The course measures 6,516 meters from the pro tees, which is uniquely long for a coastal course.

Hotel Info: Telephone 044 851 1234 ~ Address: 406 Herolds Bay Road, Herolds Bay, 6530 GPS Coordinates: -34.046717 22.408509

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Oubaai Golf Club The Gem of the Garden Route

1 to 31 March 2022 R700 per person

1 April to 31 August 2022

ex cart and cart fee

Green Fee R450

Green fees: R400 per cart R450 per person ex cart. R350 per cart.

per person ex cart

Cart Fee R400 per cart

Karen Saayman GOLF CLUB COORDINATOR

Tel: +27(0) 44 851 1258 Fax:+27(0) 44 851 0261 Email: karen@oubaaigolf.co.za

406 Heroldsbay Road, Herolds Bay, George, Southern Cape

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"What a great course...greens run great, staff are informed and friendly. Was not expecting this for the money spent." www.knysnagolfclub.com Bookings: +27 (0)44 384 1150

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MENTAL STRENGTH KEY FOR BOTH PRO GOLFERS AND ULTRA RUNNER SANDES Running ultra marathons and some of the longest races on the planet and a five-hour round of professional golf may not seem to have anything in common. But world-renowned trail runner Ryan Sandes believes both sports place an intense focus on correct mental preparation. “The mental side of things is so important in sport, no matter what the sporting discipline. Just being able to have that sustained focus for a long time is key,” says Sandes, a legend of his sport and a proud Capetonian. And in a similar fashion to a professional golfer mapping out his course strategy in his head, Sandes says he relies heavily on visualisation to prepare for the demands of the trail he’ll be running. “Visualisation is important for me in ultra running. I run through in my mind how the day is going to go – good and bad,” he says.

Professional golfers often speak about leaving a bad shot or hole behind them as quickly as possible and not “taking it with” mentally onto the next tee box. Sandes believes in the same. “The biggest thing is that when things aren’t going your way, that you’re still able to keep your focus and get through that and stay present. I break down a race into bite size chunks, and I would imagine in golf it would be a case of taking it one hole at a time and not drifting off and thinking everything is now going to fall apart.” Gary Player has always declared that it’s not a lack of nerves that makes a champion, but rather an ability to correctly manage the inevitable nervous tension before a major tournament. According to Sandes, finding enjoyment in his sport enables him to correctly manage the pressure of performing at an elite level.

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ACROSS 1. David _ _ _ _ _ _ , winner of the U.S. Open in 1981 (6) 4. Dance floor club (6) 9. He won four times on the Japan Golf Tour, his last victory was at the 1990 Sapporo Tokyu Open (5, 8) 10. When Adams Golf released these irons it was a light bulb moment (4) 11. The Big Easy (3) 12. Stroke (4) 15. Inward pressure on golf ball, determined by swing speed (11) 18. Repair damage (4) 19. In favour of a paid player (3) 20. All your golfing stuff (4) 23. Putter used by Bernhard Langer to win the 1993 Masters (6, 7) 24. A star on the Champions Tour, he won the Pacific Bell Senior Classic three years in a row (5) 25. Disgusting score sans handicap (5) DOWN 1. _ _ _ _ _ _ Hill Golf Course is found in the Niagara

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Falls, Amherst, North Tonawanda area of the U.S.A. (6) 2. He became the oldest winner of the Volvo PGA Championship in 2001 (6, 7) 3. Soon (4) 5. Tony Finau was born in this Beehive State (4) 6. Despite his small stature, Ian Woosnam had immense power, widely known for his Popeye like (5, 8) 7. Property in truth is missing one (6) 8. The only golf course in South Africa that is played in two provinces, namely Free State and North-West (4, 2, 5) 13. Appropriate to tap a putt around (3) 14. Mountain _ _ _ Golf Club in Wales is known as the “Jewel of the Valleys” (3) 16. She lost in a playoff to Annika Sorenstam at the 2006 U.S. Women’s Open (5) 17. Choice of clubs for actor Jeremy (5) 21. Sicily’s first 18-hole golf course, the Picciolo Golf Club, is situated on the slopes of this active stratovolcano (4) 22. He won the 1994 Royal Swazi Sun Classic but would then roam winless in over 350 PGA Tour starts (4)

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MYGOLFLIFE ANNOUNCES TITLE SPONSORSHIP OF MYGOLFLIFE OPEN HOSTED BY PECANWOOD MyGolfLife, the digital golf rewards platform of MoreCorp, will be the title sponsor of the new MyGolfLife Open hosted by Pecanwood and which will make its debut on the Sunshine Tour and DP World Tour at the Pecanwood Golf & Country Club from 10-13 March 2022. MyGolfLife is South Africa’s leading digital golf rewards platform which connects people around their shared passion for golf, and rewards this community with exclusive offers from Africa’s largest golf retailer, The Pro Shop. MyGolfLife’s comprehensive offering for the golf community includes access to

lastminutegolf and GolfTeeTimes and over 200 000 available tee times at more than 100 golf courses throughout South Africa every month at subsidised rates, online scoring through the ScoreCapture app, game improvement with the Gary Player Golf Experience, and access to any of the three world-class golf leisure parks of the World of Golf in Midrand, the Golf Village in Centurion and the Golf Village at Gilloolys at subsidised rates. “We’re extremely proud to announce MyGolfLife’s sponsorship of the MyGolfLife Open hosted by Pecanwood and to be able to extend our support and passion for golf to both the Sunshine Tour and DP World Tour,” Darryl Egdes, CEO of MoreCorp.

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AFFORDABLE GOLF - EASTERN CAPE

MAKE YOUR NEXT TOUR A LINKS TOUR, VISIT HUMEWOOD GOLF CLUB (RANKED 7TH IN SA) AND ST FRANCIS LINKS (RANKED 5TH IN SA) IN THE EASTERN CAPE FOR A LINKS EXPERIENCE UNLIKE ANY OTHER. ENJOY THE ONLY 2 TOP 10 RANKED GOLF COURSES IN THE EASTERN CAPE.

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S P E C I A L F E AT U R E - A L L A B O U T G R E E N K E E P I N G

QA &

WITH

DEREK MUGGERIDGE

Golf Course superintendant Leopard Creek Country Country Club

1. When did you realise that turf management was the industry you wanted to take further? I studied landscape technology, after beginning my working career in the landscape maintenance field I worked my way into golf course maintenance. The challenge of maintaining and presenting a golf course has kept me hooked, as well as the variety of other projects that go hand in hand with golf clubs and estates. 2. What is the best and worst part of being a golf course superintendent? Working in the outdoor environment is always rewarding and challenging, the worst part is there are no quick fixes in this job! 3. You are at Leopard Creek, which recently underwent a major change in the grasses on course, what were the reasons for this big change? Improving the playability of the course was a primary objective, selecting grasses that would create firm and fast playing conditions at any time of the year was the challenge. Secondly the sustainability of the golf course in the short and long term. Reducing resource use, primarily water, fertilizer and fuel. The grasses selected are drought tolerant, heat tolerant and more adapted to our local climate. 4. What are your biggest challenges that you face in maintaining these type of grasses? Cynodons must be maintained with regular light treatments, verticutting, preventative disease control and sand dusting are examples. Excessive fertilization will result in excess growth and the need to aggressively treat the turf, this in turn leads to longer recovery times and ultimately annoyed golfers! 5. What are the differences in grasses (fairway, rough, greens) at Leopard Creek as opposed

to other parts of the country? Leopard Creek was planted with cynodon fairways and rough, cynodon is an indigenous grass and suited to our climate. The majority of South African courses will have kikuyu, an exotic grass, as the fairway and natural veld grasses for their rough. The greens are planted with ultradwarf cynodon grass. Bentgrass is predominantly used in the “cooler” parts of the country and standard cynodons or paspalums in the subtropical and drier parts. 6. Does one need different machinery on course for different types of grasses around the country? The basic machinery is the same throughout the country, however specialized machinery may be used to on different courses to assist with their specific needs, we need to verticut our fairways regularly and for this we have dedicated equipment to speed up the process for example. 7. How big a difference does climate and altitude play in golf course maintenance? Climate plays a huge part in course maintenance and grass selection. Critical factors are day-time and night-time temperatures as well and seasonal variations. Light intensity and humidity are affected by altitude and geographic location, these are critical for photosynthesis, growth potential and basic turf potential. 8. To what extent does course setup affect slow play, and how do you deal with it? There is a definite correlation between the two, green speeds and heavy rough are the two factors the most to blame. Maintaining a standard that allows golfers to enjoy the course but not making it penal given a good balance. 9. In your opinion does golf course machinery or golfers spread more diseases or seeds like Poa? Golf course equipment aids in spreading seed

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and disease, golfers inflict damage to the turf, for example pitchmarks and foot traffic which create locations for weed and disease development. They are both part of the problem but you can’t have one without the other! 10. Do you think golf courses should close for a day to do maintenance? Definitely, the productivity and tasks that the course staff are able to be achieved on maintenance day are well worth the loss of revenue, the club should also be saving on overtime by having a day off for all other staff.

13. People always complain about inconsistent bunkers, how difficult is it to maintain consistent bunkers? Inconsistent bunkers is because of inconsistent maintenance, however the majority of Golf Clubs DO NOT DEDICATE enough resources to bunker maintenance. Resources for bunker maintenance are staff, equipment, construction method, additional irrigation, regular sand purchases and maintenance time, these are all required to produce consistent bunkers.

11. Do maintenance staff ever come into conflict with golfers? This can happen if not managed by all parties, golfers need to respect the work being done by the course staff and they must be given time to completed their tasks and visa-versa the course staff must respect golfers when the course is open for play. 12. How important is it for golfers to repair their divots and pitch marks immediately? Golfing etiquette dictates that golfers should be leaving the course in the best possible shape for following golfers. If they are not repairing they are only making the course worse for fellow golfers. From an agronomic perspective with the grasses at Leopard Creek it does not make much difference in recovery time.

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The jewel of the Simbithi Country Club is undoubtedly the magnificent 18-hole golf course, designed by Peter Matkovich. Thoughtfully-placed greens that hold a well-struck shot, pristine fairways and a layout that allows you to play every club in your bag. South Africa’s first executive course, Simbithi has a par of 60 comprising par-3s, par-4s and one par 5. Each hole is intriguingly named after the area it occupied when Simbithi was once farmland.

Simbithi Country Club incorporates a selection of eateries, wedding and conference venues and, of course, the unparalleled 18-hole Executive Golf Course.

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Luxury Accommodation on Simbithi Golf Course Luxurious house offering three bedrooms, 1 x queen bed, 1 x queen bed and 2 x single beds (all with en suite bathrooms). A home away from home with everything you could possibly need. Overlooking the 15th fairway of the magnificent, Peter Matkovich designed 18-hole, Simbithi Golf Course. Situated in the bustling village of Ballito on the KZN North Coast. Simbithi offers an ideal base, with Prince’s Grant Golf Estate & Umhlali Country Club only a short distance away.

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“Life is not measured by the breaths you take but by the

moments that take your breath away” STAY & PLAY SPECIAL @ R2800 PER PERSON Including 2 nights’ accommodation at our luxury villas at Prince’s Grant Golf Estate (Min group of 4) Sleeping up to 16 players at 2 villas The accommodations offered are self-catering villas, only provide your own beach towels.

BREAKFAST SERVED DAILY Buffet breakfast will be served at The Lodge at Prince’s Grant, located no more than 5 minutes from the available villas.

GOLF A round of golf at this sought-after championship 18-hole golf course. Prince’s Grant was rated at one of the Top 20 best golf courses in South Africa and offers a completely unique and challenging experience for any golfer. Includes cart hire.

SERVICES Complimentary Welcome Pack on arrival Estate service fees included Mobile Massage Therapist (Enquire for pricing) Shopping Service (Enquire for pricing)

THE GOLF HOUSE @ PRINCE’S GRANT I 7 PLANTATION PLACE I +27(0)32 482 0079 I +27(0)79 2911 477 FAX to EMAIL:0866 114 920 I EMAIL: info@thegolfhouse.co.za I WEBSITE: www.thegolfhouse.co.za

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PGA OF AMERICA ANNOUNCES ZACH JOHNSON AS 2023 UNITED STATES RYDER CUP CAPTAIN Zach Johnson will captain the United States team at the 2023 Ryder Cup at Marco Simone G&CC in Rome, Italy, the PGA of America announced last month.

The native of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, honed his game on mini-tours and the Korn Ferry Tour, where he was named 2003 Player of the Year, before earning his PGA TOUR card for 2004 and never looking back.

Johnson, 46, has competed for the United States on five Ryder Cup teams, as part of a sparkling career that has included 12 PGA TOUR victories and two major championship titles.

Johnson has made 455 career PGA TOUR starts, recording 32 top-three finishes among 189 top-25s, consistency a hallmark of his career. The Drake University alum has compiled an 8-7-2 record across his Ryder Cup career, including a 3-1-1 mark in singles competition. Johnson has also represented the United States in four Presidents Cup competitions, compiling a 10-6-1 record, including a 2-2 mark in singles. The 2023 Ryder Cup will be contested Sept. 29 - Oct. 1 of next year, with the United States contingent aiming to record its first victory on European soil since 1993 at The Belfry in England. Last year’s Ryder Cup was contested at Whistling Straits in Wisconsin, with Steve Stricker captaining the United States to a 19-9 triumph. Johnson has served as an assistant captain for each of the last two United States Ryder Cup teams.

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Whatever happene B

ack in the day South African golfer Jeff Hawkes was a household name. He played on the European Tour for over twenty years, making the top one hundred on the European Tour Order of Merit every year from 1977 to 1991, with a best ranking of 34th in 1987.

His first professional win was at the 1979 Rolex Pro-Am and his sole European Tour win came at the 1991 Canon European Masters Swiss Open. He has also won three tournaments on the Southern Africa Tour, now the Sunshine Tour. We bumped into Jeff recently at a small Portuguese restaurant in Bedfordview, on the East side of Johannesburg. He still looks fit, healthy, much as he did back in the day, yet most of the patrons probably had no idea of who he was, no idea of what a legend he is within the game of golf.

We were eager to chat to Jeff about his to these days. “I was born in in Mthatha in 1953 and then moved to Durban at t retail stores, mostly sports, toys and clo sports together and at the age of nine, cricket ground at Mt Edgecombe Golf C progress to the golf course where I play the field. I began to play with my dad a result I had a very close and loving chil explained.

When asked about his illustrious career and began winning. I won most tourna older, I played on the amateur tour. Her selected to play for SA”.

“I played the last Eisenhower in 1974 ju a lot of success and having travelled th spent some time in the USA at the Univ and won both. After been banned for t I still wanted to travel the world. I turne been a professional ever since. I have h in all I have achieved more than most”.

“Life on tour was tough for a South Afri from many countries, so my schedule w that we did not earn what was availabl I won 5 times all over the world with th Masters”.

“I joined the Seniors in 2010 and finishe I had several good finishes but was losi accumulated several injuries and realis to an end”.

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“I moved over to TV commentary and p to the golf industry. I worked for Sky, SA channel. I did this for about 6 years wh my own clothing range as well as the d ing companies. Golf products like Brush teaching became my next vocation. I h

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ed to?...

s past and find out what he was up a (then Umtata) in the Eastern Cape the age of three. My family were into othing. My father and I played many , I began to hit a golf ball around the Club. It did not take to long for me to yed off the ladies’ tees at the back of and mom on the weekends and as a ldhood, enjoying golf with them” he

1991

r Jeff said “I played the junior SAGU ament that I played in and as I grew re I won many events, and I was

ust before we were banned. Having he world playing golf I was hooked. I versity of Houston, playing two events team sport I decided to turn pro as ed pro in November 1974 and have had many highlights and failures but all

ican in the 80`s as we were banned was about cut in half. This also meant le to all the other players, however he highlight being the European

ed second in my first tournament. ing the passion for the game. I also sed that my playing days were coming

presentation which kept me attached A Sports, BBC and the PGA Tour hile developing different business. I had design brief for a couple of other clothh TEE, Glideball and Powerlock and have taught some special players and I

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enjoy passing on all the lessons I have learnt in my years on tour”.

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Hearing of all that he has achieved, we pressed Jeff on whether he had any regrets, to which he replied, “I would say that my biggest disappointment is that tour life is not good for family life, and I missed my children very much. We all have times when you need support or make a decision that can change your life”.

“When I was on tour, I did not have the support or sponsors that allowed me to choose what I needed to do but to provide for my family I had to keep playing not matter what. I am grateful for what I have and what I have had, but it could have been better with the right support and guidance. Our day was very different, and I am grateful that I have lived a very full life, recent heart issues have made me understand this”.

So, what does Jeff Hawkes currently do? “Whilst having done many different things in life, my golf course design (Eshowe Golf Club) and reconstruction has been my most enjoyable. I currently have a bulk fuel company called Hawkeye Fuels and sell fuel to clients around Africa. My golf has become very rare and when I do play it is social, in fact I don’t even have clubs but pull a club from the partner who is closest to me at the time. I have been playing at Kempton Golf Club and must add that what they have achieved there is fantastic, great course, good design and great people”.

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Umkomaas golf course was first constructed, as a 9-hole layout, in 1913 but was expanded to 18 holes in 1926. In 1932 reknown course designer Robert "Bob" Grimsdell re-designed the course, capitalising on the natural contours of the land and taking advantage of the glorious sea views - in fact, most holes offer great views of the warm Indian ocean. The course layout has remained largely unchanged and as a result, one of Umkomaas' unique features are the raised greens, thanks to over 100 years of top-dressings and treatments. Although not overly long, the course offers a great challenge for low handicappers, especially when the coastal winds blow. It is however forgiving for even an occasional golfer making it the perfect option for families and groups. Well placed bunkers and undulating fairways mean that those seeking to card a low round need to think their way around the course whilst those looking to simply have fun will enjoy themselves too. Umkomaas is a great choice for those wanting to get the whole family out into the fresh air. We offer exceptional family membership packages and the opportunity to learn to play via our KidzGolf programme. Living up to our reputation as the Friendliest Club, Umkomaas offers a warm welcome to visitors both on and off the course. Competitions are held weekly on Wednesdays and Saturdays and visitors are always welcome. We look forward to welcoming you soon!

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BRAVE BROOMHEAD SEALS STUNNING SA STROKE PLAY VICTORY

Jonathan Broomhead capped an unforgettable week at Randpark CC with the South African Stroke Play Championship trophy in his arms, a first international victory under the belt and the roaring applause of his peers and appreciative fans ringing in his ears. Three off the pace at the start of the final round, the Durban golfer began the final push with a bogey start, but 17 holes later, Broomhead boxed a par putt on the 18th hole of the Firethorn Course to win the GolfRSA flagship event. And with his rounds of 67, 64, 64 and 66, Broomhead equalled the 72-hole tournament record – set by Sweden’s Oliver Gillberg at Pecanwood in 2018 – with his winning score of 27-under-par 261. The 2022 champion edged GolfRSA No 1 Christiaan Maas by two shots and finished four strokes ahead of Scotland’s top-ranked Rory Franssen. GolfRSA National Squad member Christiaan Burke and Sam Bairstow from

England tied for fourth on 22-under. “It all felt very unreal after I sunk the final putt, and it still feels a little unreal if I’m honest,” said the soft-spoken Broomhead. “It’s been an unbelievable week; unforgettable. Today we had the best amateurs in the country and some of the top golfers from Scotland and England in the top 10, contesting for the title, and to come out on top is the most incredible feeling ever. This is definitely the best week of my life.” FINAL LEADERBOARD (top 10) 261 Jonathan Broomhead 67 64 64 66 263 Christiaan Maas 64 65 63 71 265 Rory Franssen SCO 68 68 64 65 266 Sam Bairstow ENG 69 67 65 65; Christiaan Burke 69 65 64 68 267 Altin van der Merwe 63 69 70 65 271 Kyle de Beer 69 65 68 69 273 Yurav Premlall 69 66 69 69 276 Casey Jarvis 71 67 67 71; Keegan Mclachlan 67 70 72 67

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JARVIS CONQUERS LEOPARD CREEK FOR AFRICAN AMATEUR DOUBLE Casey Jarvis continued his record-setting habit when he became the first back-to-back winner of the African Amateur Stroke Play Championship with a four-stroke win over fellow GolfRSA National Squad member Yurav Premlall last month.

to keep the heat on. A double bogey on the 17th derailed his charge but the 17-year-old showed his class with a closing eagle on the par-five 18th to finish on 11-under-par, ensuring a runner-up to Jarvis for a second straight year.

However, unlike the forceful style with which he reeled in the SA Amateur and SA Stroke Play calendar double and the Freddie Tait Cup in the SA Open in 2020, and his runaway victory in last year’s event at Glendower to complete the South African Swing trifecta, it was a measured and mature performance that landed Jarvis in the winner’s circle at Leopard Creek this week.

“I battled to hit greens over the first two days, but I slowly got into the groove and today was a good, solid round,” the reigning Nedbank Junior Challenge champion and 2021 Freddie Tait Cup winner said. “I went bunker-to-bunker on the 17th and messed up the hole, but I’m pleased with where my game is at, and it felt really good to get that eagle at the last.”

The 18-year-old curbed his naturally aggressive game to secure a big win on a course that has not been kind to him in the past. His rounds of 70, 65, 68 and 70 saw him retain the title, but it was the manner of his 15 under par victory that was most satisfying for Jarvis. “I’ve always struggled to score here, so I changed my strategy and I stuck to my game plan for four days. Today I played probably one of the most conservative rounds of my life,” he said. “I played away from the flags and took less club off the tee to make sure I kept it in play.

Meanwhile, new teenage sensation Aldrich Potgieter, fresh from an 11-birdie 65 in the third round, continued his blistering form on the last day. The big-hitting 17-year-old opened with a double bogey but racked up seven birdies – including pairs on nine and 10, and 12 and 13 – to get himself firmly into the hunt. Regrettably the Pinnacle Point junior’s aggressive style cost him dearly on the final two holes.

Jarvis slept on a four-stroke lead and, after opening with two birdies and picking up another shot on the par-three fifth, looked to be cruising for a comfortable win. His nearest rivals, however, had other ideas. Premlall struggled on the opening nine but fired six birdies in seven holes after the turn

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TIGER WOODS FINISHES ATOP INAUGURAL PLAYER IMPACT PROGRAM For a quarter century we’ve been saying that Tiger Woods “moves the needle.” So it should be no surprise that despite playing in just one tournament in 2021 – the unofficial parent-child PNC Championship – it was announced in early March, via a memo to the TOUR membership, that Tiger Woods finished atop the inaugural Player Impact Program. He will receive $8 million for finishing atop the standings that measured the players who generated the most positive interest in the PGA TOUR over the previous year. Woods finished ahead of runner-up Phil Mickelson ($6 million). The remaining players in the top 10 and the respective payouts were: 3. Rory McIlroy ($3.5 million) 4. Jordan Spieth ($3.5 million) 5. Bryson DeChambeau ($3.5 million) 6. Justin Thomas ($3.5 million) 7. Dustin Johnson ($3 million) 8. Brooks Koepka ($3 million) 9. Jon Rahm ($3 million) 10. Bubba Watson ($3 million) The inaugural Player Impact Program, which awarded $40 million to the top 10 finishers, was measured from Jan. 1, 2021, to Dec. 31, 2021, and the final Player Impact Program Score was calculated based on year-end data. For 2022, the bonus pool will increase by $10 million, to $50 million total. Independent auditor Grant Thornton certified the results. While many have been under the impression that the Player Impact Program is a “social media contest,” the scope of the metrics includes five criteria obtained from objective, third-party data measurement services:

- Internet Searches: Number of times a player’s name is searched on the internet; - Earned Media: Number of unique news articles that include a player’s name; - Social Media: Social media score that considers a player’s reach, conversation and engagement metrics; - TV Sponsor Exposure: Duration (time) that a player’s sponsor logo(s) appears on screen during Saturday and Sunday PGA TOUR telecasts; - Awareness: A player’s general awareness score among broad U.S. population. Woods has long been the game’s most famous name, so it was no surprise that he would rank first in internet searches and general awareness. More surprising, perhaps, was that he wound up No. 1 in earned media after spending more than half the year almost entirely out of the spotlight. And when he did return, his impact was felt. With Tiger returning from injury, fans tuned in to the PNC eager to see an old friend. “It’s almost immeasurable,” a senior PNC executive told golf.com, speaking of the surge in interest. But it was very measurable: NBC Sports reported a total weekend audience of 2.3 million viewers, up 53% over 2020. A headline on golfdigest.com said it all: “Not surprisingly, the PNC Championship did massive television numbers.” As for when Woods will tee it up again, he said at The Genesis Invitational last month that progress has been slower than he’d like, and he needs to be able to walk 72 holes first.

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GOLFERS LEAVE BIRDIES AND CHASE GROCERIES FOR THEIR CADDIES The Sunshine Tour’s professionals teamed up with the Kit Kat Group to try and make the month of February a little easier for the tour’s caddies in a trolley dash through the aisles of the company’s Crown Mines store.

played at the Irene Country Club but which ultimately had to be postponed due to heavy rain.

Sunshine Tour golfers Muzi Nethunzwi and Kyle Barker and their respective caddies Thompho Ndou and Jabulani Nkosi had 60 seconds to dash with a trolley and fill them with as many groceries as possible, all of which went to their caddies. The Sunshine Tour was in the City of Tshwane for the Kit Kat Group Pro-Am, which was

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Reach for the stars with your Turfgras By: Sue de Zwart It is time for us to reach for the stars & do whatever it takes to produce our ultimate playing surface for our club. Regardless of your budget & resources let’s aim to produce your ultimate playing surface within your budget. Decide on your priorities & systematically work through them. To me your priorities should always be greens followed by tees, bunkers, fairways, semi rough & of course DETAIL. 1.Firstly let’s take the guessing game of the equation as much as possible. Should you want to know how well your greens are functioning – this can be done by sending sand samples to Thomas Turf laboratories in the USA. This is the perfect opportunity to ensure you have good infiltration rates. Does your topdressing sand match the material your greens will built with?

staff making decisions related to irrigation. It is critical to take the time to train your irrigation team. Ensure the data in the field matches the data in your central control computer. Water greens at the appropriate time – cool season greens love early morning 4-6 am watering and warm season turf seems to prefer late afternoon watering 4-6pm. Once the irrigation cycle has run it is important to do your disease check (in the dew) & check your moisture levels prior to play. This is the time to hand water any areas which do not have sufficient moisture to cope with your forecast weather for that day.

2. Check for day lights (drainage point) If your greens are not draining well – drains blocked or as I so often come across – greens draining below water – your playing surface will have issues. Should your greens be draining under water – you can add a sump pump – this is a simple, cost effective solution. Remember turfgrass requires light, oxygen, nutrition & water. Poor drainage or overwatering will lead to algae & moss on the playing surface. 3. Manage your moisture – this will ultimately determine your playing surface quality. Moisture meters are a fantastic tool & should be issued to all

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ss Maintenance playing surface (reducing the risk of algae, moss & poa annua) whilst holding 21% more moisture in the root zone. 4. Nutrition – after water nutrition how much & how often we feed greatly impacts our playing surface quality. It is best to run an annual soil test & Talking Turf will gladly assist you to tailor make a nutrition programme to balance the nutrients in your soil & ultimately produce your ultimate playing surface.

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cold let’s give this to our turf plant to take it to the next level. Ryder is an incredible product allowing us to protect our plant from extreme heat or cold. The application rates on greens are 300 – 500 ml/ha every 14 days (tank mixable with any product other than copper). On warm season tees you could apply 1,5 – 2 litres every 6 weeks from April to August. You will be amazed at the change in your plant health.

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SUNSHINE TOUR PROS CHIP IN TO HELP ANIMAL RESCUE SANCTUARY Albatrosses. Eagles. Birdies. Sunshine Tour professionals clearly love their “feathered friends” that go well on a scorecard inside the ropes. But outside the ropes, their hearts lie with all animals – including their four-legged friends – as the Tour’s Players’ Committee showed with a surprise donation of R10 000 to the Glen Graze Rescue and Rehabilitation Sanctuary in Somerset West, and which was matched by another R10 000 from professional Justin Harding. Sunshine Tour professionals Harding and JJ Senekal were on hand on Thursday to deliver the cheque to Glen Graze founder and owner Suzanne Mostert and her partner Pierre Steyl. The Players’ Committee donated R10 000, while Harding generously decided to match this amount for a total of R20 000 donated to the sanctuary.

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“I cannot say thank you enough. This is the first time in our history at Glen Graze that something like this has happened to us. I really hope the Sunshine Tour professionals will become a part of our family, because it’s people like them that really carry us forward. I’m just so overwhelmed,” she said.

(From Left to Right) Justin Harding, Pierre Steyl, Caleb, Suzanne Mostert and JJ Senekal. Credit: Sunshine Tour.

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TURNING BACK THE CLOCK is the Golfer from the past?

WHO

• He was born in Philadelphia on August 12th 1891 and passed away on August 1st 1971. • The son of a mailman, he was a good student but dropped out before graduation to become a professional golfer. • He was the first American golfer to win the U.S. Open in 1911 & 1912. • He remains the youngest person to ever have won the U.S. Open (aged 19). • He was the first player to break par over 72 holes in a significant event, which he did at the 1912 U.S. Open. • At the age of 23, he blacked out when entering the clubhouse at the Atlantic City Country Club, where he was the club professional. After this incident, he spent the rest of his life in mental hospitals and rest homes, or living with his family in Philadelphia, suffering from mental illness. • Golf historian Robert Sommers wrote that, if not for his illness, he could have been the greatest of them all. Answer on page 112

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